Clematis - Rubens

Clematis Rubens, Clematis montana 'Rubens', produces masses of soft pink 2.5" flowers that look very attractive against the dark bronze-green foliage. Clematis montana 'Rubens' looks beautiful growing through large trees or conifers and can obtain a height over 25 feet. Hardy to zone 6 - winter mulch recommended. Awarded Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Clematis montana 'Rubens' needs a supporting structure to grow properly, and it is easy to grow with a rich, porous, alkaline soil that has plenty of room for the roots to spread. Best performance is when the tops are in full sunlight and the roots are shaded, so apply a generous mulch or a shallow-rooted ground cover near the base of the vine. Very reliable performers once established; they take a season or two. Prune only after flowering is completed by removing any weak or dead stems.